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Moving Scale To move the scale the tower must be folded and locked into place. 1. Fold the ramp(s) onto the scale platform. 2. Release both latches on each side of the tower. 3. Pull the tower release handle at the rear of the scale to release the tower. 4.
Moving Ramp Location on Platform If it is desired, the ramp can be installed on either side of the scale platform. 1. To remove the ramp, fold it onto the platform. 2. There are four rows of small screws. Remove the lower two rows of screws to detach the ramp.
Leveling Scale If the scale is to be used in a permanent location, it is recommended to level the scale. Leveling the scale will provide a stable weighing surface and optimal accuracy. To level the platform, use the end of the flat wrench marked with an ‘F’...
Section 2. Battery Operation Battery Installation The DS9100 comes with a set of six AA alkaline batteries. These batteries supply two years of typical use with the standard Automatic Shutoff Timer settings. Most customers will find that the outstanding battery life provides a good solution for permanent installations as well.
Fig. 6 DS9100 Front Panel Display Pushbuttons The Model DS9100 controls consist of LAST WEIGHT, LB, KG, ZERO, REWEIGH, BMI, CHAIR RECALL, ENTER and a numeric keypad. The display is used to provide weight indications and operator messages indicating scale operation.
Reweigh To reinitiate the weighing process, press REWEIGH. This will allow a weighment to be reinitiated without the patient having to get off the scale platform. Once a weight is held, the height of the patient can be entered using the full keypad by pressing the BMI button.
Weighing a Patient 1. Move the patient onto the scale platform. NOTE: The indicator tower can be grasped during weighing. 2. The indicator will automatically turn on and display weight. 3. The indicator will beep and hold the weight on the display until the scale shuts off automatically.
Program Wheelchair Tare Memory 1. Press tare memory location to be changed (0 through 9) 2. Press CHAIR RECALL. The current tare value in memory will be displayed. 3. Press ENTER to change the tare value in memory. 4. Enter the tare value to be saved. Enter zero for any digit that is not required. (For example: To enter a tare value of 41.1 LB, press 0-4-1-1) 5.
Section 4. Scale Calibration Entering and Exiting Setup Mode To enter setup mode from the front panel, press and hold REWEIGH and then press and hold ZERO. Release both buttons when the display reads CAL n. To exit the calibration mode without saving changes, press REWEIGH. Two calibration procedures are offered.
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Multiple Point Calibration Procedure 1. The display reads CAL n. 2. Press CHAIR RECALL to change the display to CAL y. 3. Press ENTER. 4. The display reads 000. Use the numeric keypad to enter 123. 5. The current scale resolution is displayed. Press ENTER. 6.
Calibration Troubleshooting If Err 0 appears on the display the calibration zero is out of range. Remove all weight from the platform and press ENTER to perform the zero calibration again. If this error persists, consult the raw counts table below. If ErrSp appears on the display the span calibration is out of range.
Section 5. Parameter Setup The DS9100 has many adjustable setup parameters, which control the scale’s operation. Parameter settings shown in bold are the default settings. Entering and Exiting Setup Mode To enter setup mode from the front panel, press and hold REWEIGH and then press and hold ZERO.
Reset All Parameters to Default Settings Default parameters No. Parameters are not defaulted. Yes. Set all parameters to the factory default values when ENTER is pressed. Calibration data is preserved. Clear Tare Memory Clears all wheelchair tare memory locations Tare memory is retained. Tare memory is cleared.
Average Aperture Determines the amount of motion allowed to hold a stable weight. A slower setting will result in more accurate weights, but will require a longer time to achieve a stable weight. A faster setting will achieve a stable weight faster, but may be less accurate.
Data Format For. Format of transmitted data from the serial port Basic data format. Data collection format for use with Doran Excelerator program. Baud Rate b.r. Serial port transmission rate 9600 Baud (bits per second) 19,200 Baud (bits per second) Button Press Beep Enables/Disables indicator beep when buttons are pressed...
8n1. The receiving units must be set to 8n1 for proper communications. Optional USB Communications Port The DS9100 can be equipped with an optional USB communications port. If this option has been installed, the USB connection is located on the left side of the indicator housing.
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“F0” Example 150.2 lb Print String Definition for Each Weight Unit: Pounds STX | POL | WEIGHT| SP | lb | SP | CR | LF Kilograms STX | POL | WEIGHT| SP | kg | SP | CR | LF “F1”...
Section 7. Specifications Scale Platform Dimensions 32.5” L x 33” W x 3” H Scale Dimensions with 42” L x 33.5” W x 45.5” H Ramp Folded Scale Dimensions with 42” L x 49” W x 45.5” H Ramp Extended Scale Dimensions with 42”...
Section 8. Troubleshooting General Problem Resolution Problem What to Do or Check Weight reading will not repeat or If on carpet, verify the bottom of the platter scale does not return to zero when is not touching the carpet. weight is removed. Person or object other than that being weighed is touching the scale.
Error Messages Error Message What to Do or Check The setup parameters loaded in nonvolatile memory have become corrupted. Er EP Reset all parameter to factory default with the rst parameter. The A/D communication is not detected. Ensure the cable is connected to the rear of the indicator. Er Ad If problem persists, internal connectors will need to be checked.
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Limited Three Year Warranty Doran Scales, Inc. warrants Model DS9100 to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from date of shipment. Any product found to be defective within this time period may be returned to Doran’s factory, freight prepaid, with prior return authorization and proof of purchase showing date of original sale, for repair or replacement at no charge.
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